CTU
Chengdu
China
5,622 km
3,494 miles
FAQ
Frieda River
Papua New Guinea
Distance
5,622 km
3,494 mi / 3,036 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
127°
southeast

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CTU FAQ
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Frieda River Airport
IATA Code CTU FAQ
ICAO Code ZUUU AYFR
City Chengdu Frieda River
Country China Papua New Guinea
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Pacific/Port_Moresby
Elevation 1,625 ft 217 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 -4.610000, 141.960000

Chengdu (CTU) to Frieda River (FAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Frieda River Airport (FAQ) in Frieda River, Papua New Guinea is 5,622 kilometers (3,494 miles / 3,036 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:49 in Chengdu, it's 15:49 in Frieda River.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,408 feet between the two airports. Frieda River Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Frieda River (FAQ) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 317° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) and Frieda River Airport (FAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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